Mammoet Becomes First Customer for Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E Battery-Electric Mobile Crane
- Dec 12, 2025
- 3 min read
30-Second Takeaway
Mammoet has become the first customer for the new Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E mobile crane with battery-electric drive, marking an important step in the decarbonisation of mobile crane operations. Delivered while still in advanced prototype testing, the crane is now undergoing practical trials within Mammoet’s fleet ahead of series production planned for spring 2026.
Electrification of Mobile Cranes
As construction and industrial projects face increasing pressure to reduce emissions and noise, crane manufacturers and operators are accelerating the development and deployment of electric and hybrid solutions. Battery-electric mobile cranes offer the potential to deliver full lifting performance while supporting emission-free operation on site, particularly in urban and environmentally sensitive locations.
The introduction of electric drive systems into high-capacity mobile cranes represents a significant shift in how lifting operations are powered.
First Customer Deployment of the LTM 1150-5.4E
Mammoet, an international engineered heavy lifting and transport specialist, has taken delivery of the Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E, becoming the first customer worldwide for the new battery-electric variant of the 5-axle mobile crane.
While prototype testing is still ongoing at Liebherr’s Ehingen facility in Germany, the crane has been delivered to Mammoet for evaluation in real-world operating conditions. Liebherr has confirmed that series delivery of the LTM 1150-5.4E is planned to begin in spring 2026.
Supporting Mammoet’s Sustainability Strategy
The introduction of the electric mobile crane supports Mammoet’s wider sustainability strategy, which focuses on reducing CO₂ emissions across its lifting and transport operations.
Peter van Oostrom, Global Projects Asset Director at Mammoet, highlighted the crane’s potential impact based on operational analysis in the Netherlands.
“We examined a random two-week period in the north and south of the Netherlands and estimate that we can operate this crane fully electrically with the battery pack nine days out of ten. This helps us to reduce emissions for Mammoet, but also for our customers.”
Mammoet continues to invest in low-emission technologies, including electric SPMTs, electric skidding systems and electrically powered SK ring cranes, supporting clients working toward emission-free construction sites.
Liebherr’s Electric Crane Development
At Bauma 2025, Liebherr presented the LTM 1150-5.4, featuring the new LICCON3 control generation. A key highlight of the platform is the LTM 1150-5.4E variant, which incorporates a battery-electric drive system enabling quieter and emission-free crane movements.
According to Liebherr, the crane’s integrated battery allows it to operate autonomously for up to four hours without a power connection. When connected to site power, only a low connection power is required to deliver full crane performance, with the battery acting as an efficient energy buffer.
This approach allows the crane to meet the operational demands of modern construction sites while supporting sustainability goals without compromising lifting capability.
Meeting Changing Customer Requirements
The LTM 1150-5.4E reflects the changing requirements of crane users, combining environmental performance with operational efficiency. By enabling emission-free operation alongside conventional lifting performance, the crane represents a significant step forward in mobile crane electrification.
About Mammoet
Mammoet is a global leader in engineered heavy lifting and transport, supporting complex projects across energy, infrastructure, mining and industrial sectors. The company is actively investing in low-emission technologies to help customers reduce the environmental impact of large-scale construction and lifting operations.
Visit website: https://www.mammoet.com
About Liebherr
Liebherr is a global manufacturer of construction machinery and mobile cranes, known for technological innovation, quality engineering and sustainability-focused development. The company continues to advance electric and hybrid drive solutions to support the future of low-emission construction equipment.
Visit website: https://www.liebherr.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Liebherr LTM 1150-5.4E?
The LTM 1150-5.4E is a 5-axle mobile crane equipped with a battery-electric drive system, enabling emission-free crane movements.
Who is the first customer for the crane?
Mammoet is the first customer to take delivery of the LTM 1150-5.4E.
How long can the crane operate on battery power?
According to Liebherr, the crane can operate autonomously for up to four hours without a power connection.
When will series production begin?
Liebherr plans to start series delivery in spring 2026.
Why is battery-electric operation important?
Electric operation reduces emissions and noise, supporting sustainability goals and enabling work on low-emission or urban construction sites.
